Associate Professor or Professor of Music

with the opportunity to serve as the Chair of the Music Department. The full-time faculty position will include substantial course release for administrative duties but will retain some teaching duties within the music curriculum core. Possible teaching duties may include: intro to music literature, music theory, ear training and sight singing, class piano, or other courses as appropriate to department needs and candidate background. The chair will collaborate with faculty, staff, and administration to support department, college, and university goals and represent the department at internal and external events.

The Chair supervises approximately 15 full-time employees. Rank to be determined by qualifications, education, and experience.

Required Qualifications

Doctorate or terminal degree in major field Expectation of regular presence on campus to support students, faculty, and department programs Ability to complete complex managerial and administrative tasks in a timely manner Demonstrated ability to analyze and utilize data in decision-making Strong organizational skills Effective interpersonal skills as related to communicating with students, faculty, administration, industry professionals, and community stakeholders Demonstrated record of consistently effective teaching Proficiency with technology relating to necessary administrative and pedagogical tasks Preferred Qualifications: Previous academic leadership and/or administrative experience Demonstrated success with academic recruitment and retention efforts Experience mentoring students and faculty Experience with academic budgets and strategic planning initiatives Evidence of successful engagement with community partners Enthusiasm about the role and the collaborative nature of a diverse team of music faculty Commitment to Radford University’s mission, Culture of Care, and student success at a teaching institution The successful candidate will have a multi-functional, adaptable skill set and successful track record as a music faculty member in higher education Special Instructions to Applicants Please include: 1) Letter of Application 2) Curriculum Vitae 3) Statement of Teaching Philosophy 4) List of Three References with contact information For full consideration, applications should be received by January 22, 2027. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Is this position Grant Funded: No Is this position restricted: No Is this position 100% telework: No Months per Year: 9 Statement of Economic Interest Required: No FLSA Status: Exempt Work Classification: Teaching & Research Faculty Employee Classification: Associate Professor / Professor Department: Music, Dept of Department Contact Name: Dr. Matthew Cataldi Department Contact Phone: 540-831-5569 Department Contact Email: [email protected] Equal Opportunity Statement: Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices.

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You may also request a paper copy of the report from the Radford University Police Department located at 810 East Main Street PO Box 6883, Radford, VA, 24142. Reasonable Accommodation Statement If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation in the application process please contact the hiring department. Criminal Background Check Statement Radford University is committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all employees, students, volunteers, and stakeholders. As part of our hiring and screening process, we conduct criminal background checks in compliance with Virginia Code § 19.2-389 and other applicable state and federal laws.

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